The Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) should ensure that all who require safeguarding training completes the relevant training.
You can see who is required to do what training in the Safeguarding Learning & Development Framework here and on the Church of England what safeguarding training do I need to complete and where can I find it page.
However the care and protection of children, young people and adults who may be vulnerable is the responsibility of everyone in the church.
This year we have been offering Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) training across the Diocese to support those in this important role.
Read more about the PSO training and book onto a session here.
We are pleased to offer some DBS training sessions to explain the purpose of the DBS, the services and products it provides and the part it plays in safer recruitment. These training sessions will be specifically for the parish context. You can register for a session via this link.